Category: Independent Calendar

  • On Campus

    On Campus Alyson Hebding, Matawan, was recently named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at the College of Arts and Sciences at Seton Hall University, South Orange. Tara Torrone, Lincroft section of Middletown, has been named to the dean’s list for the spring semester at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia, where…

  • Blood drives slated in area Aug. 17

    Blood drives slated in area Aug. 17 Central Jersey Blood Center, Shrewsbury, has announced the following local blood drives: • Aug. 17 from 1-4 p.m. at Brigadoon Building, 565 Route 35 north, Middletown (blood mobile at front entrance). The donation process takes about an hour. Donors must also complete a medical history interview and have…

  • Middletown Ramblers barn dance Aug. 20

    Middletown Ramblers barn dance Aug. 20 The Middletown Ramblers Square Dance Club will hold a barn dance Aug. 20 from 7:30-10 p.m. at Croydon Hall Senior Center, 900 Leonardville Road, Leonardo section of Middletown. Donation is $3, and children younger than age 18 are admitted free. (Children must be accompanied by a parent.) No experience…

  • Reservations now taken for ‘Guido’s Wedding’

    The Aberdeen Township Recreation Department is offering a trip for senior citizens to see the musical, "Guido’s Wedding" at The Brownstone, Paterson, Sept. 13. Nonresidents may sign up after Aug. 10 (space permitting). The bus will depart Temple Shalom, Ayrmont Lane and Church Street, Aberdeen, at 9:30 a.m., and the A&P Shopping Center, Route 35,…

  • Matawan seeking vendors for Matawan Day

    The Borough of Matawan is seeking vendors for Matawan Day scheduled for Sept. 12 from noon-6 p.m. at Terhune Park (rain date Sept. 19). Food tables are $150, and arts and crafts tables $25 (vendors must supply table). The event will feature food, rides, arts and crafts, a petting zoo, and musical entertainment. For more…

  • Temple Shalom installs presidents at services

    Temple Shalom, Aberdeen, recently installed the presidents of its board of directors, sisterhood and brotherhood during Shabbat services. Returning as president a second year will be Sharon Steinhorn, Holmdel. Sisterhood president is Adrienne Friedman, Holmdel, and brotherhood president will be Jay Weiss, Old Bridge.

  • MCAS evening bird walk at Sandy Hook Aug. 12

    MCAS evening bird walk at Sandy Hook Aug. 12 The Monmouth County Audubon Society (MCAS), Red Bank, will hold an evening bird walk Aug. 12 at 6 p.m. beginning at the visitor’s center at Sandy Hook. Attendees will search for nesters and early fall migrants. The free trip will be led by the MCAS members.…

  • Club’s Ladies Night Out slated for Aug. 18

    Club’s Ladies Night Out slated for Aug. 18 The Middletown Newcomers’ Club will hold Ladies’ Night Out Aug. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Mezzaluna, 91 First Ave., Atlantic Highlands. Cost is $38 per nonmember, and $35 per member, and attendees must bring own liquor. A barbecue will be held Aug. 21 from 2-8 p.m. at…

  • Tours, free programs at Hook during August

    Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook, will offer "Junior Rangers" for children ages 7-12 Aug. 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the education center. The exploration of a Hook-area environment is free, but reservations are required. Free beach concerts will be presented Aug. 11 and 18 at 6 p.m. at beach area E. Performers will be…